EPISODE · Jul 8, 2025 · 49 MIN
Reimagining The Funeral Industry with The Modern Mortician
from Ask a Death Doula · host Suzanne B. O’Brien RN
THE GOOD DEATH VIRTUAL BOOK TOUR: Suzanne B. O'Brien RN in Conversation with Melissa Meadow. What if everything you thought you knew about funerals was wrong? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Melissa Meadow, also known as The Modern Mortician, to uncover the truth behind the funeral industry. With nearly 30 years of experience, Melissa shares her journey into eco-friendly and transparent death care, challenging outdated traditions and exposing common misconceptions. She breaks down the history of embalming, the marketing myths that drive costly decisions, and the rise of sustainable alternatives. Through her work and influential social media presence, Melissa empowers families to make informed, ethical choices and create meaningful, personalized farewells that truly honor their loved ones. (00:02) Redefining the Funeral Industry (14:45) Navigating the Funeral Industry Marketing (19:25) Alternative Funeral Options and Practices (27:53) Honoring Life Through Rituals and Grief (38:58) Exploring Green End-of-Life Options (47:26) Building a Positive Change Together Register to join us for FREE: THE GOOD DEATH BOOK CLUB EXPERIENCE: 12 MONTH FREE DEATH AND DYING COURSE Or visit our website here! GET THE GOOD DEATH BOOK Here Meet our guest: Melissa Meadow The Modern Mortician Website: www.themodernmortician.com IG: the_modern_mortician FB: The Modern Mortician TikTok: the_modern_mortician Please Share! Know someone who is a caregiver, healthcare worker, or spiritual seeker? Share this episode and invite them to join this sacred and supportive experience. Listen & Subscribe: Available on Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • YouTube JOIN MY FREE TRAINING AND MEMBERSHIP SITE This is a community-supported group hosted by Suzanne B. O'Brien RN, founder of the International Doulagivers Institute for training those who want to be professional End of Life Doulas, Doulagiver Practitioners and for anyone wanting more EOL education Join Here: 4491664174178077 ⚑ SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL ⚑ If you want to do great things you need to have a great environment. Create the life you want by surrounding yourself with positivity and watching daily. Click here to subscribe! ツ CONNECT WITH ME ツ Leave a comment on this video and it'll get a response. Or you can connect with me on different social platforms too: Instagram Facebook TikTok Website Podcast #deathdoula #deathdoultraining #dyingwell #death #life #deatheducation #doulagivers #hospice #hospicecare #hospicenurse #deathdoula #soulmidwife #deathmidwife #endoflifeplanning #healthcareproxy #funerals #fearofdeath #endoflifedoula #thegooddeath #hospice #grief #deathawareness #birth #endoflife #deathpositivity #consciousdying #dying #advanceplanning #deathpositive #gooddeath #consciousliving #endoflifedirective #palliativecare #advancedirective #livefully #suzannebobrien. #lifecafe #consciousness #awarenes
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
In this enlightening podcast episode, Melissa Meadow, the Modern Mortician, shares her transformative journey in the funeral industry, emphasizing eco-friendly and personalized end-of-life options. With nearly three decades of experience, Melissa discusses the historical evolution of embalming, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the importance of transparency and ethics in death care. She uses social media as a platform to educate and empower consumers, advocating for sustainable practices like natural burials, water cremation, and human composting. The episode explores the rise of alternative roles such as death doulas and funeral concierges, highlighting the need for informed decision-making and the benefits of hands-on involvement in funeral rituals. Melissa’s passion for advocacy and education shines through, inspiring listeners to reconsider traditional practices and embrace a more compassionate and sustainable approach to honoring life and death.
NOW PLAYING
Reimagining The Funeral Industry with The Modern Mortician
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.